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Kingston Guesthouse

Newington, Edinburgh

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Kingston Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This guest house features free private parking and luggage storage space.

P
Péter
From
Hungary
We absolutely loved this accommodation! It’s location was perfect (lovely neighbourhood, bus stops in near). The accommodation was clean and tidy. We recommend it to especially for couples.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Price from
£130.50
1 night, 2 adults

4 Friends House

Leith, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, the recently renovated 4 Friends House features accommodation 1.3 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 3.1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station.

S
Sophie
From
Germany
Nice and quiet location, one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in and super friendly, professional and considerate staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews
Price from
£71.42
1 night, 2 adults

Ben Cruachan Guest House

Broughton, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Waverley station, Edinburgh Playhouse and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi.

S
Sindre Skjold
From
Norway
The staff was beyond nice and accommodating. Could not wish for a better stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Price from
£210
1 night, 2 adults

Whitecroft B&B

Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, within 15 km of Forth Bridge and 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium, Whitecroft B&B features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

P
Pascale
From
Ireland
Lovely welcome, very clean and comfortable, super breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
£131.10
1 night, 2 adults

JustB Deva Edinburgh

Edinburgh

The JustB Deva Edinburgh is situated by Leith Walkway, in the centre of Edinburgh City and 8 km from Haymarket Railway Station. Free secure on-site parking and WiFi is provided.

M
Maria
From
Switzerland
Nicely decorated, very comfortable and well equipped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
£212.80
1 night, 2 adults

Grangeview Guest House

Newington, Edinburgh

With free private parking and free Wi-Fi, a 30-minute walk from the centre of Edinburgh, Grangeview Guest House boasts an impressive winding staircase, a 32-inch flat-screen TV in its bedrooms, and...

D
Dirk
From
Germany
Our host, Louise was very helpful and friendly, since we had a problem with our hired car. She offered us even her mobile to contact the car rental company. Each day she gave us a new bag with some snacks and tee and coffee bags. The room was clean, nice bathroom and the beds were comfortable. Everything well maintained. We had the superior double room on the backside, very noise free room. The only shortcoming, the room was a bit small as usual in UK. 14 m2 is not that much 😉. So, if you need more space, book the “Superior double or two bedrooms”. On the backside of the guest house, you can park your car, enough space, just be carefully driving your car through the somewhat tight entryway. So, all in all we were very satisfied.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
£162
1 night, 2 adults

Sonas Guesthouse

Newington, Edinburgh

With free parking and free WiFi, Sonas Guest House offers bright, cosy bedrooms. The historical Royal Mile and Holyrood Park are just a 20-minute walk away.

P
Ping
From
China
1. The hotel is well-organized, offering daily cleaning services every morning. 2. The host is very thoughtful and hospitable, providing fruits and breakfast bread. 3. The location is great, with just a 10-minute taxi ride to the city center. 4. The room is very clean, well-maintained, and the shower water is comfortably warm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews
Price from
£156
1 night, 2 adults

Albyn Townhouse

Bruntsfield, Edinburgh

The Albyn Townhouse is a generous 4-storey, 19th-century traditional town house.

P
Paula
From
South Africa
Friendly host!Loved the size of room, shower was amazing, good quiet spot for a weekend away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews
Price from
£138
1 night, 2 adults

Glenalmond House

Newington, Edinburgh

This Victorian guest house is 2.4 km from Edinburgh city centre, with easy access by bus. It has guaranteed free parking for each room, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated luxury rooms.

A
Annette McMahon
From
Ireland
Absolutely beautifully presented house, in a lovely area within a 10 min walk from the city centre. Very clean room & a tasty generous sized breakfast & plenty coffee!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 312 reviews
Price from
£242
1 night, 2 adults

Samsara Home

Edinburgh

3 km from Arthurs Seat in Edinburgh, Samsara Home offers accommodation with access to spa facilities, wellness packages and beauty services.

m
mohammed
From
United Kingdom
Cleanliness and very polite kind family in my experience I have never stayed at a place as well organised and so hygienic totally spotless
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
£88.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Edinburgh and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, 500 metres from Royal Mile, the historic Hanover 71 Suites features accommodation with free WiFi and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

    Offering city views, No15 Castle View is set in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, 700 metres from Edinburgh Castle and 1.1 km from National Museum of Scotland.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Located 1 km from Edinburgh Castle, 1.1 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.4 km from The Real Mary King's Close, Central Room In Historic Tenement Shared Apartment Near Old Town provides...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s central New Town just a minute’s walk from bustling Princes Street, this Georgian townhouse offers Wi-Fi. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is just 15 minutes’ walk away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 815 reviews

    Well situated in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Queen Charlotte Guesthouse is set 1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 600 metres from Edinburgh Castle and 1.2 km from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,835 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s New Town, the Elder York Guest House is 500 metres from Princes Street. Situated on the second floor, it offers easy access to the city’s sights and breakfasts.

  • Located in the centre of Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, Central penthouse with nice view provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

    The CITY- Braveheart House in Edinburgh offers accommodation with free WiFi, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 1.6 km from...

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews

    Situated within 1.3 km of Edinburgh Waverley station and less than 1 km of Edinburgh Playhouse in Edinburgh, East Claremont Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews

    Acer Lodge is a traditional Scottish, family-run guest house situated on the A90 Queensferry Road, a 15-minute drive from the heart of Edinburgh by bus/car and Edinburgh Airport.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 729 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 2.7 km from Cramond Beach, Edinburgh full house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 839 reviews

    Right in the centre of Edinburgh, The Residence - NO 8 features rooms with free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, 400 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.2 km from Edinburgh Castle, Cosy Room in Heart of Edinburgh provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland, City Centre En-Suite Room features free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews

    On a quiet, cobbled street just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street, the family-run Regent House Hotel is set in a restored Georgian building.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

    The Braveheart House in Edinburgh features accommodation with free WiFi, less than 1 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre, a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 1.6 km from National...

Save money on homestays in Edinburgh and nearby – budget options available

  • Edinburgh Rays Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,592 reviews

    Situated just 1 mile from Edinburgh’s shopping district of Princes Street, 29 Guest House is a self-service accommodation with a large private car park and free WiFi in public areas.

  • Mayfair Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 974 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Waverley station, Edinburgh Playhouse and Royal Mile, Mayfair Guest House features free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 2.3 km from University of Edinburgh, Private Bedroom in Detached Home in Newington features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

    Gala Rooms Homestay - Free Parking is situated in Edinburgh, 6.1 km from Royal Mile, 6.5 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, as well as 6.5 km from National Museum of Scotland.

  • IVY House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Edinburgh Castle and National Museum of Scotland, IVY House features free WiFi.

  • Sheens House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Sheens House provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • IVY- Braveheart Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,178 reviews

    Situated in central Edinburgh, IVY- Braveheart Guest House is 10 minutes’ walk from the International Conference Centre and 20 minutes’ walk from the castle. There is a free WiFi.

  • Cruachan Guest House

    Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 967 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, Cruachan Guest House is a 3-star property boasting free WiFi.

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  • Avg. price/night: £257.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews
    We loved the homey, maximalist rooms and common areas. Great location away from the crowds but only a short walk from Princes Street. Can’t say enough about the lovely host and fab breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Theresa
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
    Warm reception in a cosy home filled with love. Soft bed, clean bathroom, lovely host Yvonne. We immediatly felt like home.
    Guest review by
    Marijke
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £257.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews
    Lovely host, very nice breakfast, wonderful decorations
    Guest review by
    Jan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £131.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
    Amazing place - super clean, lovely host and amazing breakfast. In a nice village too with a pub that does lovely meals within easy walking distance.
    Guest review by
    Stuart
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £160.55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
    Sense of home stay
    Guest review by
    Ayman
    Family with young children

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